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Faial Weather in August

With daytime temperatures of 25°C (77°F) and nighttime lows of 20°C (68°F), August in Faial brings high temperatures during the day. The excellent weather makes it an appealing time to visit.

Rainfall in Faial in August

Typically, you can expect about 3 days of rain this month, with 14 mm (0.6 in) on average. Rain is scarce this month and when it does fall, it tends to be light. Unlikely to disrupt plans significantly.

Temperature in Faial in August

August is a excellent month in Faial, with 25°C (77°F) during the day and 20°C (68°F) at night. Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. Nights are mild at around 20°C (68°F), which is comfortable for most people. On average, it is the month with the highest temperature of the year.

Sunshine in Faial in August

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 238 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for playing sports, visiting parks, or going for a bike ride.

Wind Speed in Faial in August

Wind speeds average 1 m/s (2 knots) during August. At this speed, you'll experience mostly light air movement that's just barely noticeable. As an average, some days will be completely calm while others have gentle breezes you can feel on your skin.

Average water temperature in August

The water is 23°C (73°F) this month, warm enough that getting in requires no effort at all. Good conditions for swimming, snorkeling, or just floating around.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit.

Faial Temperature in August

Min Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Max Temperature
25°C (77°F)
Water Temperature
23°C (73°F) *
Chance of Rain
10%
Precipitation
14 mm (0.6 in)
Rainy days
3 days
Humidity
72% *
Windspeed
1 m/s (2 knots) *
Sunshine
238 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
57% *
* Data from: Funchal, Madeira (14 KM, 8 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Faial in August

For Faial in August, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. With water temperatures around 23°C (73°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Faial in August

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    10/10
  • Cycling
    10/10
  • Walking
    10/10
  • Barbeque
    9/10
  • Camping
    10/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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